Dravidianist YouTuber and editor-in-chief of RedPix, Felix Gerald, has come under fire for making controversial remarks about the Indian Army during a recent discussion on his channel. Known for frequently hosting content critical of Indian sentiments and nationalism, Gerald has now drawn backlash for calling the Indian military a “dummy piece” in comparison to China, provoking strong reactions from netizens.
In his latest video, Felix Gerald was joined by Arulmozhi Varman, another known Dravidianist sympathizer, to discuss the recent Pahalgam terror attacks, which specifically targeted Hindus. As the two analyzed the central government’s possible responses and the broader geopolitical landscape, the conversation took a turn that many viewers found disrespectful toward India’s defense forces.
What Did Felix Gerald Say?
During the discussion, Arulmozhi Varman asked, “As you were saying, where is the support for India in this geopolitical situation? You say the US is neutral, China also takes Pro-Pakistan stance, Sri Lanka is useless, and Bangladesh is ineffective.” Gerald responded, “You should also consider the strength of the Indian Army, right.” Arulmozhi pressed further, “I’m asking what happens if China and Pakistan join forces?”
Gerald replied, “Whether China will get directly involved is the bigger question.” Arulmozhi followed up, “So you’re saying China won’t participate directly?” Gerald answered, “No, they won’t get directly involved. They may provide weapons.” Arulmozhi then asked, “Won’t that support be enough?” Felix Gerald concluded, “It may weaken India economically, but that alone won’t give Pakistan a win. Yes, the Indian Army is larger and stronger, but when compared to China, we’re just a ‘dummy piece’. Against Pakistan, we are stronger.”
These comments were perceived as belittling the Indian armed forces, especially in the context of a discussion on national security following a terror attack. The backlash on social media has been swift, with many accusing Gerald of undermining national morale and promoting anti-India rhetoric under the guise of political critique.
The irony lies in the fact that while China has long portrayed itself as a dominant military power, it has consistently avoided participating in any full-scale war playing as a scarecrow in Taiwan issue. Unlike India, which has proven its defense capabilities through actual combat experience and active involvement in bilateral and multilateral military exercises, China’s might remains largely theoretical and untested. Meanwhile, India has steadily strengthened its defense infrastructure and continues to build its military and strategic readiness with consistent effort.
Yet, these YouTubers persist in spreading narratives that undermine India’s strength, often favoring China while ignoring India’s actual capabilities and its growing influence through soft power. These self-styled analysts frequently mention China, Pakistan, the U.S., Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh but rarely acknowledge India’s true and time-tested allies like Israel, Russia, and France—nations that have stood firmly with India, even during its toughest conflicts. Instead of pushing clickbait content that questions the nation’s competence for the sake of views, perhaps they should focus on responsible journalism that reflects facts and fosters national awareness.
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